1. JOB PURPOSE

1.1 Experienced Cost Management professional who is able to produce accurate and robust figures that can be used confidently by internal and external stakeholders in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment. This role provides lots of opportunity for both personal and professional development in a large, innovative organisation.

1.2 The primary purpose of this role is to support the Senior Cost Manager to plan, develop and supervise all cost elements within the [Directorate Project Controls function] and to ensure project wide adoption and conformance.

2. ACCOUNTABILITIES

2.1 Key functions and responsibilities of the role:

2.1.1 Provide expert professional advice covering HS2 infrastructure Costs to HS2 Clients (including but not

limited to; Procurement Specialists, Cost / Contract Management Personnel, Estimators and Project

Controls Managers).

2.1.2 Maintain cost models to ensure accurate reporting of HS2 infrastructure costs.

2.1.3 Reconcile the annualised cost profile against the agreed annual funding envelope.

2.1.4 Work closely with the scheduling team to ensure integration and alignment of infrastructure cost

models and schedules.

3a. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE

3.1 The role involves engagement with other parts of the HS2 programme. This requires the ability to

engage effectively with colleagues, holding their confidence and leading the debate on issues with cost

management.

3.2 Understanding of the cost drivers that define a project and ability to convert engineering data into

meaningful cost drivers.

3.3 Quantity surveying skills and comprehensive understanding of the construction industry.

3.4 Comprehensive understanding of all aspects of direct and indirect costs.

3.5 Strong communication and interpersonal skills and specifically the ability to present cost work

concisely.

3.6 Ability to interact effectively with colleagues in many different disciplines involved in HS2.

3.7 Strong quantitative, drafting and presentational skills.

3.8 Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.(desirable but not essential)

3.9 Experience in infrastructure and/or the rail sector.

3.10 Awareness of government initiatives and policies.

3.11 Familiarity with Cost Management and Estimating software and ability to maintain integrity of data and extract information for reporting

3.12 Strong technical abilities in data processing software, Excel, Access, Power Bi, etc.

3b. PERSONAL QUALITIES

3.11 Has a good understanding of market trends and conditions affecting infrastructure programmes.

3.12 Has proven ability to successfully conduct detailed project/programme planning.

3.13 Can manage their workload in a fast-paced environment.

3.14 Can accurately and clearly interpret and articulate cost data and provide informative conclusions to

allow effective decision making.

4. DECISION MAKING

4.1 The job holder has the authority to make decisions within the boundaries of his responsibilities and accountability in role, both within the Programme & Strategy Directorate and cross Programme within HS2 Ltd as appropriate.

3. FACTS AND FIGURES

5.1 The role oversees the processes for the following cost estimates: Phase Two £24.4bn

4. OTHER CONTEXTUAL

6.1 This key role interfaces with multiple stakeholders predominantly within HS2 Ltd but also across the wider programme including DfT, other government bodies, Highways England and Utility Companies and the supply chain.

5. HEALTH AND SAFETY

7.1 Take reasonable care to ensure your own and others’ health and safety – including those who may be affected by the delivery of this role – by taking personal responsibility for working to the HS2 S.A.F.E programme principles.

7.2 Cooperate with HS2 in all matters relating to health and safety, including following safe working

procedures at all times and not interfering with measures in place to protect your health, safety or welfare.

7.3 Advocate and promote the company’s well-being strategy and policies.